Located in the beautiful state of Kerala, Kochi is a major hub for fishing and fish processing in India and has been a significant trade centre with various international countries for centuries. Even though it has a history dating back to thousands of years, it is mainly noted for its natural beauty. In addition to this, there are several world famous institutes having campus at Kochi, making it an ideal hub for learning and research activities in fisheries and aquaculture related subjects.

The venue of GAF8 is IMA House Cochin, a beautiful property located in the heart of the city, behind Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium in Palarivattom, Cochin. More details can be found at https://www.imahouse.in/